Elko Middle vs Fair Oaks Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 8.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Elko Middle
Sandston · Public middle · Grades 6–8
695 students
Fair Oaks Elementary
Highland Springs · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
330 students
| Measure | Elko Middle Sandston, Virginia | Fair Oaks Elementary Highland Springs, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #309 of 340 | #900 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #5541 of 15,369 | #16168 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 695 | 330 |
| Enrollment | 695 | 330 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.2% | 88.2% |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | 11.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 72% |
| city | Sandston | Highland Springs |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fair Oaks Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.9 vs 59.7).
- •Fair Oaks Elementary does better on math proficiency (72% vs 67%).
- •Fair Oaks Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (88.2% vs 89.2%).
- •Fair Oaks Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.4 vs 13.1).
- •Elko Middle is the larger school with 695 students compared with 330.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Elko Middle better than Fair Oaks Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Fair Oaks Elementary ranks higher (62.9 vs 59.7 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Elko Middle and Fair Oaks Elementary?
About 8.5 km in a straight line, between Sandston and Highland Springs in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Elko Middle: 695. Fair Oaks Elementary: 330. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Elko Middle and Fair Oaks Elementary rank in Virginia?
Elko Middle is 309th of 340 and Fair Oaks Elementary is 900th of 1,142 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).